3 WORST And 10 BEST Things About The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV

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0:00 - Intro
BAD:
0:36 - Power
1:43 - Price
2:45 - Towing
GOOD:
3:23 - Range
4:17 - Trunk Space
4:53 - Charging time
5:38 - Tech
6:12 - Drive
7:49 - Rear seat space
8:09 - Looks
9:08 - Luxuries
9:37 - Vehicle to load capabilities
10:09 - Safety
10:28 - POV drive
13:03 - Conclusion

[@dwnshft]

Special thanks to our Patreons for their support of the channel! Blazer EV or Tesla Model Y?

[@JennTrotter]

What is the total price for this car at the end of the day? I am sure it is not too far away from Audi Q5.

[@takforce06]

Model Y. Longer range, faster acceleration, larger charging network, faster supercharging, seamless interface, and more

[@olemissjim]

You have to get a 2LT to get 190kW DCFC. Tesla cost less, more efficient, better sound system, faster, 250kW DCFC , autopilot is standard, FSD is much better than supercruise , the huge front on the Chevy has no storage, not impressive

[@thenetworkarchitectchannel]

Real cool vid and you had your research down cold. Loved watching. Great content.

[@RealMarcosMiranda]

Thank you for the review. I heard they don’t have Apple CarPlay. Also, the USB is for charging only. If true, how do you listen to Apple Music or Spotify for example?

[@bauch69]

For your info, there's no Android Auto or Apple Carplay, there's only Android Automotive which is built-in

[@dwnshft]

gaaahhhh

[@Digikidthevoiceofreason]

A real STUPID decision from GM to exclude CarPlay. There is no better system.

[@bauch69]

@@Digikidthevoiceofreason why is it stupid? Android is way better than Apple

[@Digikidthevoiceofreason]

@@bauch69 BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAA!!!!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 That was an excellent joke….but don’t quit your day job yet.

[@bauch69]

@@Digikidthevoiceofreason Not as joke at all but hey, you're a troll soo i guess everything is a joke for you. Guess what? Stay in your own bubble kid.

[@alex-sd]

I just got my Blazer EV 2LT and am very impressed with the range for such a heavy vehicle at 5300 lbs. The 279 miles quoted is understated compared to the overrated Tesla Model Y. My only niggle with this EV is the suspension is a bit too firm although it has nice damping and control. I wish they had an adjustment feature for the suspension like they do for the steering and brakes. Otherwise, I'm ecstatic that I was able to get one at a killer lease deal. IMO, it's the best-looking of the comparable models you mention.

[@dGooddBaddUgly]

What’s the deal u got? Please share I’m interested in a lease my self. I’m in Soother California

[@alex-sd]

@@dGooddBaddUgly I can email you if you like. I'm in southern Cali too.

[@garyzhang6662]

The overhead camera view is great for seeing if a small plane is landing on the highway

[@ronalaska2472]

Torque just gets you tickets, a reliable car is all you need! I would stay with my Bolt EV is it wasn’t just to small! Supercruise is the major plus which I will get when I can order one!

[@andrerodriguez7603]

Edmunds bought one of these EV Blazers and bricked on them, with over twenty major tech issues with the car, the local dealer had to call in two experts from GM to checkout the car for all its crazy problems. It’s best to let GM figure out these issues before buying one.

[@dwnshft]

Sounds like it yeah

[@desertmodern7638]

My favorite car so far of the EVs I've driven, although a bit more power would be fun. The ride and overall drive were fantastic, and the feature set and materials were impressive. The only thing I've liked nearly as much was the Kia EV9 GT-Line, and it was way more money.

[@tjam4229]

You missed one of the best features!!!…the rear view mirror camera. It makes that tiny regular mirror obsolete. The view at night is incredible (at least it is in my Bolt EV-I expect the same in the Blazer EV) You can have the view blocked by people in the back or boxes, and it won’t make a difference, because your view starts from the camera out back. That being said, we tint our windows very dark here in Phoenix Arizona, and using the regular mirror at night is almost useless, but with the digital camera rear view mirror, you see perfectly, because you aren’t looking “through” the dark window tint. Not to mention you can see almost 180 degrees, so the improved safety is irreplaceable.

[@jaredp8169]

And u can also get the Cadillac lyric for only around $2,000 more🤔

[@dwnshft]

Ooooffff🙃

[@gregkramer5588]

Not quite with the same options though. The RS is loaded at this price where the Lyriq is not and costs more.

[@mjsabie8517]

5:53 I didn’t think the blaze had CarPlay or Android auto????

[@dwnshft]

Android auto

[@tigmathis]

@@dwnshftit doesn’t have “Android Auto.” It has “Android Automotive.” Not the same. Blazer EV DOES NOT support any phone mirroring.

[@olemissjim]

@@dwnshftwrong.

[@tjam4229]

At 7:42 you claim the instrument information can be confused with speed. That is only on that screen, choose a different screen, and you’ll see all different variations. There is one screen that is totally clear, and put the speed dead center with all of the electronic information at the edges.

[@tonymcflattie2450]

This has blended brake, so brake pedal will use regen to slow

[@raulrodrigueznyc]

What Apple CarPlay????

[@dwnshft]

doesn't exist - yer boi was DEAD wrong...the risks of posting before the official release

[@bm00579]

Is great and I enjoy it

[@Molishious]

I’m surprised he hasn’t gone back and at least added some kind of disclaimer noting that this does not have CarPlay. It’s a bad look that he didn’t know about one of the most controversial aspects of this car which is that GM decided to not have CarPlay on it’s new EVs, although they have it on the Lyriq. The horsepower seems like a flaw as this is larger than most of the cars he mentioned as competition and therefore heavier. My guess is that it’s the compromise they made for range. I lost interest in Chevy’s EVs after the terrible launch of this car, but I’m back considering them as Chevy did the right thing with the stop sale. That charge port is a bit perplexing. The Audi Etron has a similar one that works just fine. Seems odd that they couldn’t figure out how to make it run a bit faster. I like the simple flap that the I5 and the Y have. Still electric, so cool, but opens quickly. Finally, it was a good review, ruined by getting basic facts wrong.

[@paulo3564]

Bravo BYD!

[@ATE2AQTR]

Damn, this with the cybertruck technology and drivetrain would sell like hotcakes!!! And for 79k all day, would assume it would have 0-60 in 3.5, 375 mile plus range, 350kwh DCFC and with equivalent Tesla battery technology in 105kwh battery V2G/V2V charging. Why doesn't chevy just let Tesla take care of the Tech/Drive line stuff and them make the rest.

[@gregkramer5588]

This is a very good platform already why would the partner with Tesla? Tesla battery tech is not significantly better and the Y in this class is only competitive because of the people that need the supercharger network and on price. The Y is not a great vehicle, the CT is not a competitor and pretty much only has appeal the the "look at me" crowd.

[@ATE2AQTR]

Please list how many EV's/hybrids you own orhave owned so I understand your base of knowledge. Me: Kia Niro hybrid, MMEGT, Maverick Hybrid, Bolt EUV, Tesla MYLR. DCFC CHARGING: EA, EVGO, CHARGEPOINT TESLA SUPERCHARGER Home charging: chargepoint 11.5kwh Tesla gen 2 19.2kwh Test driven almost purchased: Lucid, Ariya, Polestar, F150 lightning, M3LR and 2024 Blazer EV 2RS Awd(looks and drives great but slow charging, short range and slow as molasses acceleration.) I would buy SS possibly but need a winter range test at 75mph first Pricing on Blazer EV: about 5k too high on RS AWD and that's with my $2250 GM family discount on top of $7500 tax incentive. BTW you can't use GM card $ on these and I have about $3500 available which means I could get $13250 off MSRP with all discounts Hopefully the SS and RWD are more battery tech competitive.

[@gregkramer5588]

So you have a Y, what do you think of it. Two of my friends do/did also. The one is on the fence about it the other sold his and got an S60 recharge. The pricing is a bit high on the Blazer but the Ioniq 5 limited and EV6 are not far off and the Blazer is quite completive. IMO the Y is a step down from any of these three. I will be driving the Blazer quite a bit this week. My dad has the AWD RS. I have driven multiple EVs and hybrids and have owned a hybrid. That said it means very little in regards to a persons knowledge. The Y is above the ID.4 IMO. The Blazer is bigger than the others mentioned and looks as good if not better than the Ioniq and EV6. I think the ride and quietness are right there with the leaders and well ahead of the Tesla. I guess you think 5% more range and faster charging and quicker are super important. They may be to some but not to many. @@ATE2AQTR

[@ATE2AQTR]

I loved how the Blazer EVRSAWD rode but it's really slow for an EV and I'm not sure the Y is the answer. Everything I like about the Y is opposite of why I like the Blazer EV. Remember the Tesla is also much more efficient 84kw battery vs the rwd 102kwh(rwd) to get similar range. I have a drive that I do 1 time a month that's 5 hours in an ice but closer to 7 in the Y due to speed/range. Blazer is nicer vehicle but Tesla tech is better. What's longest the Blazer can go on full charge at 75-80mph? If it's 250 miles and charge in 15 than great but most likely not. EV's are not highway cars yet.....I'm waiting for a highway test in winter on the f150 Lightning flash with heat pump if over 250 that's an option but dcfc stinks.....need a few more years before things flip. Problem with Blazer EV is still dcfc charging which handcuffs it as your nice main vehicle but it has the higher " primary vehicle price. It's like a math equation that can't be solved quite yet. EV' are best as round trip back to home vehicles only in my eyes, even Tesla The range vs charging speed ÷ price still off the mark for most of us Government needs to get out of the way of the market also as we fight the mfg's to see whom is going to get the tax rebate if you qualify I still say blend gm/ford with Tesla for best vehicle 7:50 If Blazer had cybertruck tech/drive train it would be #1 selling vehicle guaranteed!!!!! Lighter by 800 lbs Faster est 3.5 0-60 Farther range. Est 375 Faster charging 350kwh

[@SJSMALLS]

you dont get android auto or carplay

[@CW1116]

Sorry, but the Blazer EV DOES NOT have Apple Car Play or Android Auto. It has a Wi-Fi Hot spot so you can mate your iPhone or Android but it's a couple of extra steps. GM decided to go the Goggle route exclusively to nip software bugs in the butt. They feared too many beta problems with both systems. That's the biggest reason for the delay in moving forward with the all-out introduction of the Blazer EV.

[@tonymcflattie2450]

This gonna get a lot views, as there wasn’t an official press drive

[@jeffmorton5539]

Don’t buy until you do research on all the software problems. So bad has been pulled from sales. GM doesn’t know software if that’s important to you.

[@Joe-lb8qn]

This could sell well in Europe but GM pulled out.

[@kentlacroix]

It doesn't have Android Auto or Apple Carplay.

[@ModernCowboy78]

They are trying to hide it from reviewers

[@tonymcflattie2450]

Thumbs up for not being down with 1 pedal drive. That like driving with an anchor dragging bending.

[@dwnshft]

Is that your LC in the photo??

[@TroySavary]

I didn't think I would like one pedal driving until I tried it. But I do appreciate EVs that let you choose whether or not to use it.

[@andya9050]

Here is downside - it’s a stop sell given bricking issues lol…car sucks for now…

[@ATE2AQTR]

Have owned 3 hybrids and 3 Ev's (current Maverick and MYLR) 40 plus others previous. Blazer EV looks good and drives good, however very slow acceleration, very slow charging and short range will crush sales especially priced as if it had leading tech. Chevy will need to discount about 10k with the $7500 tax credit to get prices to around low 40's for these to move. If you but one now you will see a 50% depreciation in 2 years. Buyer beware, GM is not technologically there yet. These will sell between 30k-35k used in 24 months and under 25k in 4 years. It's a great car, seats comfy, drives nice, decent room and stylish but technology is years behind. Wanted to buy one but absolutely no way I could justify. The RWD with larger battery and faster charging as does the SS both 190k and ranges of 320/290 look slightly better but only for diehard chevy fans whom are forward thinking intelligent and technology savvy.(not many exist) Why is chevy not utilizing hybrids and EV's with Range extenders????? Chevy needs to lead and not follow!!!! EV technology even Tesla is not "there" yet as road trips still suck in MYLR....hate the 20+/- minute stops and extreme electrical consumption over 70mph. Wanna drive 300+ miles at 80-85mph don't buy an EV yet, Tesla's suck and anything else you will cause brain melt.

[@gregkramer5588]

Why is 6 seconds 0-60 slow? I just do not get that! Sure you can find faster but who needs that? How often would a person even floor the accelerator on this one? The range is not short it is better than most. Charging is a bit slow which matters a lot if you are in the 20% that road trip often.

[@ATE2AQTR]

Fyi, the rwd is about 6.5 0-60 The RS AWD is about 8 seconds seat of the pants which is like watching paint dry in an EV

[@ATE2AQTR]

Towing blows too

[@gregkramer5588]

Why does it matter if it is an EV in regards to 6 seconds being fast enough? There are plenty of reviews of the AWD in the low 6s. Not that it matters! It is not like we are taking these on a track day! They are family SUVs. @@ATE2AQTR

[@anthonymalovrh2912]

Time to get over performance(horsepower, 0-60, etc.) Grow Up!

[@tommyngo9493]

You're obviously not doing 237mph from stop. C'mon. There is also a HUD that displays your speed....right...in front....of you.

[@dwnshft]

Was pretty obviously not serious

[@Joe-lb8qn]

r/wooosh 🤣

[@douglaswilson2355]

Not competitive at all... Terrible acceleration, terrible range, no frunk, slow DC Fast charging and way over $50K...closer to $60K. This still uses the CCS charging port, which means you have to use Electrify America, EVgo and others if you would ever take a road trip. This is a horrible car.

[@TroySavary]

Yet everyone who has actually driven it loves the ride quality, which is more important to almost everyone than 0-60 times. Where I live, Tesla chargers are rare. CCS is everywhere. Besides, most charging is at home. It's funny watching Tesla stans desperately attacking every other EV as Tesla market share dwindles .

[@gregkramer5588]

Why is 6 seconds 0-60 terrible? The range is excellent not terrible! Who needs a frunk! I can see the Lighting one is useful but the rest are a waste of packaging space. It seems like you are not objective at all! CCS is not horrible any more. 2021 yes, horrible but this is the end of 2023! I like this car.

[@TroySavary]

@@gregkramer5588 Tesla fans. Frunk is most important thing ever, until Cybertruck has smallest frunk of all the EV trucks. Then it is traditional trucks have stupid huge nose. Range is incredibly important until Cybertruck has shortest EV truck range. Then big batteries are wasteful.

[@andrerodriguez7603]

Edmunds bought one these and bricked on them, with over twenty major tech issues with the car, the local dealer had to call in two experts from GM to checkout the car for all its crazy problems. It’s best to let GM figure out these issues before buying one.

[@gregkramer5588]

@andrerodriguez7603 I've been driving one all week and did not have the issues listed. Maybe i'm lucky or maybe they were unlucky.

[@zemkluth9427]

Wow. This video plays like matketing-speak propaganda. If you want to see a REAL review of this EV nightmare, watch Consumer Reports' review. Completely different from this drivel.